Whole30 Marry Me Chicken – Creamy, Gluten Free Easy Dinner Everyone Loves
Creamy, cozy, and downright irresistible—this Whole30 Marry Me Chicken is the kind of dinner that makes everyone at the table pause mid-bite and go, “Wow.” It’s rich without being heavy, comforting without the guilt, and packed with flavor that tastes way more indulgent than it actually is. Honestly, it’s proof that “healthy” doesn’t have to be boring (or sad).
This recipe takes the internet-famous Marry Me Chicken and gives it a glow-up that fits perfectly into your Whole 30 lifestyle. No dairy. No gluten. No weird substitutes that taste like regret. Just real, simple ingredients coming together to create a sauce so creamy you’ll swear there’s cream involved—spoiler alert: there isn’t. FYI, coconut cream and nutritional yeast are the real MVPs here.
Why does everyone love this dish so much? Because it checks all the boxes. It’s easy enough for a busy weeknight, yet fancy enough to serve when you want to impress without stressing. One skillet, minimal prep, and a sauce that begs to be spooned over everything. Who doesn’t want that?
What really sets this version apart is how it stays true to classic comfort food vibes while being completely Gluten Free and diet-friendly. The sun-dried tomatoes bring that tangy, savory punch, fresh garlic adds depth, and the creamy sauce ties it all together like a warm hug—but make it compliant.
A few quick pro tips before you dive in: Use fresh garlic and quality sun-dried tomatoes—they matter more than you think. Stick to canned coconut CREAM, not milk, for that thick, luscious texture. Want it extra saucy? Thicken it up with a bit more starch slurry until it’s just how you like it.
So, what’s for dinner tonight? IMO, this one’s a no-brainer. 🍗✨
Whole30 Marry Me Chicken – Creamy, Gluten Free Easy Dinner Everyone Loves
This rich and savory skillet chicken comes together in just 30 minutes and fits perfectly into Whole30, Paleo, and Keto lifestyles. It’s creamy, packed with bold flavor, and dangerously good—the kind of meal that earns its “Marry Me” reputation.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt or regular salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced garlic
- 1 (13.66-ounce) can full-fat, unsweetened coconut cream, chilled (use solid portion only)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1–2 tablespoons arrowroot starch or potato starch
- 1 (8-ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes, drained, patted dry, and chopped (about ⅓ cup)
- ½ ounce fresh basil, chopped
Directions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and season with 1 teaspoon of the salt and the black pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and fully cooked. During the final minute, stir in the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, nutritional yeast, oregano, the remaining teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of starch until smooth.
- Next, prep the sun-dried tomatoes. Drain them well, pat off excess oil, and chop to your preferred size. Smaller pieces blend more evenly into the sauce and help prevent excess oiliness in the dish.
- Once the chicken is done, stir the chopped sun-dried tomatoes directly into the skillet. Add only the thick, white solid portion of the chilled coconut cream, allowing it to melt into the chicken. Pour in the prepared broth mixture and stir well.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your liking. For a thicker sauce, mix an additional tablespoon of starch with one tablespoon of broth and stir it in. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with ¼ to ½ cup more broth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Finish with fresh basil and serve hot alongside roasted vegetables or over cauliflower rice for a complete Whole30-friendly meal.
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